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Shade Tree Commission

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Aug 19, 2026

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Ridgewood Tree Planting Plans Set

Published Aug 19, 2026

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Briefing

Jun 23, 2026

Shade Tree Commission Meeting Summary

The commission reported that 18 of 31 saplings planted in 2023 survived after more than two years and plans to order 70 saplings for the Ridge and Orchard districts. A watering bid was awarded, and the commission is preparing for seasonal tree-care activities.

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Briefing

May 12, 2026

Shade Tree Commission Meeting Summary

About 100 residents signed up for a town tree after Arbor Day outreach, while the commission reported distributing 300 trees at the Daffodil Fest.

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Briefing

Apr 14, 2026

Power Line Tree Trimming Planned

PSEG will trim trees on specified Ridgewood streets this year to protect power lines, with at least 45 days’ notice before work begins. Crews are expected to clear four years of growth around the upper two pole nodes; property owners will be notified if a tree must be removed, but no payment is required for removals.

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Briefing

Mar 3, 2026

Shade Tree Commission Meeting Summary

The commission reported approximately 239 trees planted toward its 250-tree goal and continued planning for resident tree planting, Daffodil Fest, and other environmental programs.

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Briefing

Jan 13, 2026

Ridgewood Tree Planting Plans Set

The Shade Tree Commission said trees removed by the town will be replaced automatically unless the homeowner opts out, with door hangers explaining the option. The commission also set a 2026 target of planting 250 town trees and discussed distributing 200 additional trees for Earth Day.

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